Experts' Choice Award Museo Santa Clara
What the experts agree on
This 17th-century convent surprises with a deceptively plain exterior hiding an ornate interior: soaring barrel vaults, golden floral frescoes, and painted walls make it Colombia's most architecturally impressive monastery.
“Now run by the government as a museum... it is a stunner.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "The simple, unadorned facade of the 17th-century Church of St.Clara gives no hint of the dazzling frescoes... that bathe the interior walls." Full review
Frommer's "The monastery is considered the most architecturally rich in the country." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Affords a good insight into 17C and 18C arts and architecture: the nave has preserved its splendid barrel vault decorated with golden floral motifs...walls are covered with paintings " Full review
National Geographic
